OFSTED
We're Ofsted GOOD!
Here you'll find key information about our latest inspection report and how we are continuing to provide a high-quality education for all our pupils.
About Ofsted
Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) is the official body for inspecting schools in England. They carry out regular inspections to ensure standards are being met in areas such as:
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The quality of education
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Behaviour and attitudes
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Personal development
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Leadership and management
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Safeguarding and welfare
Our Most Recent Ofsted Report
The Abbey Primary School last received an Ofsted inspection on 28th & 29th March 2023, when the school was judged to be a ‘Good’ school including – overall effectiveness, the quality of education, leadership and management and early years provision. With 'Outstanding' elements including behaviour and attitudes and personal development.
The inspection report is available on the Ofsted website Inspection report.
🔗 You can read the full report here
Summary Highlights
- A happy, caring and inclusive school where pupils feel safe and valued.
- Pupils behave exceptionally well and are fully engaged in learning.
- Strong focus on well-being, including each child’s personalised “hive of well-being”.
- A calm and purposeful environment built on clear rules and routines.
- Ambitious curriculum designed for all pupils, with high-quality teaching in many subjects.
- Pupils leave as confident readers, supported by a love of reading and a new phonics programme.
- Excellent support for pupils with SEND, ensuring they achieve highly.
- Rich opportunities for personal development, including charity work, leadership roles, and educational visits.
- Inclusive ethos where diversity is valued and celebrated.
- Effective safeguarding procedures and strong partnerships with parents.
